Blenrep
Generic name: Belantamab Mafodotin
Drug class:
Miscellaneous antineoplastics
Usage of Blenrep
Blenrep is an antibody targeting B-cell maturation antigens (BCMA).
Blenrep is used to treat multiple myeloma in adults. This medicine is given after at least 4 other treatments did not work or have stopped working.
Blenrep was approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on an "accelerated" basis. In clinical studies, some people responded to this medicine, but further studies are needed.
Blenrep is available only under a special program. You must be registered in the program and understand the risks and benefits of this medicine.
Blenrep side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Blenrep: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Some side effects may occur during the injection (infusion reaction). Tell your caregiver if you feel dizzy, tired, nauseated, light-headed, itchy, feverish, chilled, sweaty, short of breath, or have racing heartbeats, trouble breathing, or swelling in your face.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
Tell your eye doctor if you have any eye problems, changes in your vision, dry eyes, or vision loss.
Your cancer treatments may be delayed or permanently discontinued if you have certain side effects.
Common Blenrep side effects may include:
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Before taking Blenrep
To make sure Blenrep is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had::
You may need to have a negative pregnancy test before starting this treatment.
Belantamab mafodotin can harm an unborn baby if the mother or the father is using this medicine.
This medicine may affect fertility (ability to have children) in both men and women. However, it is important to use birth control to prevent pregnancy because belantamab mafodotin can harm an unborn baby.
Do not breastfeed while using this medicine, and for at least 3 months after your last dose.
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How to use Blenrep
Usual Adult Dose for Multiple Myeloma:
2.5 mg/kg (of actual body weight) IV over 30 minutes once every 3 weeks until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity Use: For treatment of adult patients with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma who have received at least 4 prior therapies including an anti-CD38 monoclonal antibody, a proteasome inhibitor, and an immunomodulatory agent
Warnings
An eye doctor will need to examine your eyes before each dose of this medicine. Blenrep can cause changes to the surface of your eye that can lead to dry eyes, blurred vision, worsening vision, severe vision loss, and an ulcer on the surface of your eye. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any vision changes or eye problems during your treatment.
Even if your vision seems fine, it is important that you get your eyes checked during treatment with Blenrep because some changes can happen without symptoms and may only be seen on an eye exam.
You should use preservative-free lubricant eye drops at least 4 times per day during treatment with Blenrep as instructed by your healthcare provider. You should use caution when driving or operating machinery as this medicine may affect your vision.
Avoid wearing contact lenses during treatment with Blenrep unless directed by your eye specialist.
What other drugs will affect Blenrep
Other drugs may interact with belantamab mafodotin, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.
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